FEE: Free & Open to the Public

Printmaking Art Table with Paul Johnson

April 25 – November 7, 2026 | Various Viking Library System Locations

Presented by Kaddatz Galleries in partnership with the Viking Library System, the Printmaking Art Table invites community members of all ages to explore the creative process of printmaking through a series of free drop-in workshops across the region.

Participants will design and carve their own personalized print using soft linoleum (adults) or create prints using impressed styrofoam techniques (youth). This fun and approachable activity introduces participants to reductive printmaking, inking a plate, registering prints, and experimenting with creative design in a welcoming community setting.

Workshops are led by artist and educator Paul Johnson, former Communication Art and Design instructor at Alexandria Technical & Community College. Johnson is the creator of Paul Johnson Design & Illustration, muralist for the Concordia Christmas Concert, and former corporate artist for Banner Health System in Fargo, North Dakota.

Workshop Schedule:

Saturday, April 25, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Pelican Rapids Public Library, Pelican Rapids, MN

Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Douglas County Library, Alexandria, MN

Saturday, June 6, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Wheaton Community Library, Wheaton, MN

Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 12:30 – 2:30 PM
Morris Public Library, Morris, MN

Saturday, July 18, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Perham Area Public Library, Perham, MN

Saturday, August 22, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Glenwood Public Library, Glenwood, MN

Saturday, September 19, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
New York Mills Public Library, New York Mills, MN

Saturday, November 7, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Thorson Memorial Library, Elbow Lake, MN

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through the Lakes Region Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

FEE: Registration Required | Space Limited

Painting Poppies: An Introduction to Encaustic

September 23–26, 2026 | Instructor: Kristen Roers | Alexandria Art Guild

Discover the luminous color, rich texture, and creative possibilities of encaustic painting in this hands-on introductory workshop with artist Kristen Roers.

Designed for adults with no previous experience necessary, the three-hour workshop introduces the materials, tools, and basic techniques of encaustic—an ancient painting process using heated beeswax combined with pigment. Participants will create their own poppy-inspired artwork while exploring how wax and pigment can be layered and manipulated to create color, texture, and depth.

The same workshop is offered in five sessions, with participation limited to just six people per session to allow for individual guidance.

• Wednesday, September 23: 4:00–7:00 PM

• Thursday, September 24: 4:00–7:00 PM

• Friday, September 25: 4:00–7:00 PM

• Saturday, September 26: 11:00 AM–2:00 PM

• Saturday, September 26: 3:00–6:00 PM

Instructor: Kristen Roers
Audience: Adults | No previous encaustic experience necessary
Class Size: Maximum of 6 participants per session
Location: Alexandria Art Guild | 612 Broadway Street, Alexandria, MN 56308
Registration: Advance registration recommended; select one session when registering | link below https://alexart.org/painting-poppies

Please note: Encaustic painting involves heated materials, including hot plates and a small open flame. Gloves and safety glasses will be required while working.

FEE: $25

The Prince of Egypt

October 1–11, 2026
Thursdays–Saturdays at 7:00 PM | Sundays at 2:00 PM

Experience The Prince of Egypt on stage at Andria Theatre in Alexandria.

Adapted from the Biblical book of Exodus, The Prince of Egypt follows Moses, a Hebrew child rescued from the Nile and raised in the Egyptian royal court. After discovering his true heritage, Moses embarks on a mission to lead the Hebrew people out of slavery—a calling that puts him in direct conflict with his brother Ramses, the new Pharaoh of Egypt.

As Moses fights for his people’s freedom, the brothers are forced to confront their past, their responsibilities, and the separate destinies that await them.

Performance Dates:
October 1–3 at 7:00 PM
October 4 at 2:00 PM
October 8–10 at 7:00 PM
October 11 at 2:00 PM

Location:
Andria Theatre
618 Broadway Street
Alexandria, MN 56308

Admission: $25
Phone: 320-762-8300